Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Guest Commentary: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Backs Lifting Cap on Virtual Charter Enrollment

"Virtual schools aren't for every child, but they can be helpful for some students. And there is no logical reason to cap enrollment," states an editorial in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
The leading newspaper in Wisconsin did not agree with everything in Gov. Scott Walker's education reform proposal, but the newspaper's support for parts of his plan is significant. What's more, the stand may sway a few minds.
The impact of lifting enrollment caps, according to an article in the newspaper, are not clear. "Several elements could hamper an enormous jump in choice enrollment, at least initially. First, capacity is limited at existing charter schools and private schools that now accept voucher students, and many popular schools have waiting lists to get in," according to the article.
Click here to read the Journal Sentinel's editorial.
Click here to read the news story on Gov. Walker's plan and its potential impact on Milwaukee Public Schools.

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